Description
A delightful twist on traditional mole sauce, this Mexican Turkey Mole features tender turkey breast cooked with rich, chocolate-infused flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 turkey breast
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 chocolate bar (or cocoa powder)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and cinnamon, cooking until fragrant—about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the turkey breast to the pot, browning it on all sides for approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the chocolate and stir until melted, blending well with the sauce.
- Cover and cook for about 30 minutes or until the turkey is cooked through.
- Remove the turkey from the pot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg